The Fort Desoto Island Park Trail is a paved path running the entirety of the offshore key. Lying southwest to St. Petersburg, visitors will notice military remnants and have access to two piers, beaches, picnic areas, camping areas, bicycling trails, a kayak trail, and a ferry to Egmont Key State Park. Bike rentals are available on site and fishing is permitted. Visitors to the island will also enjoy the Tampa Bay overlooks all along the trail.
The trail is also known as a gateway site for the Great Florida Birding Trail, a collection of more than 500 locations in the U.S. state of Florida where the state's bird habitats are protected.
There is ample parking available all along the trail.
love this trail for many reasons
This is a great park with a well-maintained trail. Not on the road which I appreciate. Beach is just steps away throughout the trail. Beautiful. Note: $5 parking fee, but hundred of parking spots all over the park.
If you want to ride on the Gulf to a secluded beach this is the park. All paved but a little short distance wise. A beautiful scenic trail and not too many people if you go off season. $5 to get in the park but they do a good job on the trail
Have done 3 times this Feb. Vacationing on Pinellas Bayway S, so was able to just ride down to & thru the park. Makes for a nice 15 mi ride.
Nearly 10 miles of trails on Fort Desoto Island. The main trail is 7miles along the beach, and then there is a 3mi trail on the causeway. The trail is wide and well maintained. Lots of parking, facilities and beach access. Only issue is that there is very little shade on the trail, so it may not be comfortable on a hot day.
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